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GP02 DTF

2002 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

146,416 mi
Last recorded146,416 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP02 DTF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 146,416 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks , possibly cam cover , timing chain cover and oil filter and sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 145,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 144,794 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 144,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 142,494 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front headlamp aim outputs slightly reduced

n/s/r wheel buckled

rear coil springs corroded

Fail 11 Aug 2018 142,494 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front headlamp aim outputs slightly reduced

n/s/r wheel buckled

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2017 141,025 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 138,037 miles

both rear tyres wearing unevenly inner edges

Pass 28 Jul 2015 134,277 miles

Nearside door mirror lens broken

Sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2014 131,091 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2013 127,833 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2012 123,805 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 119,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 112,900 miles

oil leak from oil filter area

all indicator bulbs starting to fade to white

drivers rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Aug 2009 102,701 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 89,817 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 71,796 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 57,554 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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GP02 DTF is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 97,878 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP02 DTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GP02 DTF registered?

GP02 DTF is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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